Using RV generator as backup for house?
My electricity is still on in Middle TN, no worries. But that may not always be the case in the future! If I have a transfer switch properly installed, is there any reason I can't use the RV gene...
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I do it all the time. My older toy hauler does not have an automatic transfer switch, it has a outlet in a compartment that I plug my shore power plug in. I installed a 30 amp 240VAC twist lock inlet on the side of my house and ran wires to a 30 amp breaker in my distribution panel. I installed a UL approved interlock kit that wont let me close the generator breaker unless the main breaker is open. I made up a 10 ga. extension cord that has an rv 30 amp male plug on one end and the 30 am 240vac twist lock on the other. I connected the hot terminals together to power up both sides of my panel. I cannot use the electric stove or oven as I only have 120VAC from the generator.
